EngineRecall 26V-697 · 2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall 26V-697 covers 8 2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2 for a engine problem, reported to NHTSA on October 21, 2026.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V697000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Thomas Built Buses 2027 Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. The heater hose may rupture, which can result in hot coolant leaking inside the passenger compartment.
The risk
Contact with hot coolant may burn occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the heater hose as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 18, 2026. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is F1043.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from August 21, 2026 to August 24, 2026. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.